Blue Crab Pasta at Follies Oysters & Cocktails
“Holy smokes, there’s a new chargrilled oyster in town! At Follies, you come for the oysters, but stay for the handcrafted cocktails. The Mexican martini is a briny delight, unlike anything I’ve ever tasted. But for me, the pearl of the show is the blue crab pasta. Luscious blue crab nestled on a generous bed of handmade pasta tossed with Parmesan, breadcrumbs and butter. It may sound simple, but don’t be fooled. It’s elevated.” – Quin Bixler, MD, OBGYN, Mobile Bay OBGYN Center / Co-Founder, In Full Bloom, MD
Follies Oysters & Cocktails • 800 Monroe St., Mobile. 526-2800
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Benedict at The Grand Hotel
“I’ve been going to the Grand Hotel since I was a kid, and their Sunday brunch is still one of my favorite traditions on the Eastern Shore. The jumbo lump crab cake benedict is my go-to dish. The fresh crabmeat, fried green tomato and classic brunch flavors make it hard to beat. General Manager Michael Herzog and his team always make the experience special. Between the views of Mobile Bay and years of great memories, it’s a place I always enjoy sharing with family and friends.” – Jimmy Marston, Chief Commercial Officer, Gulf Distributing Holdings, LLC
The Grand Hotel • 17855 Scenic Highway 98, Point Clear. 928-9201
Chicken Egg Foo Young at Shanghai Cottage
“Shanghai Cottage is one of my favorite spots in Fairhope. I love the small, intimate atmosphere. They offer a wide variety of sushi rolls along with an extensive selection of Asian-inspired entrees. My personal favorite is the chicken egg foo young. This omelet-style fried egg is served in a portion so generous that you can easily share it with someone or enjoy as leftovers for dinner the next day.” – Patrice Godfrey, Founder & Creative Director, Candles and Creams
Shanghai Cottage • 22530 US-98, Fairhope. 928-6668
Grouper with Risotto and Brussels Sprouts at Tamara’s
“Some nights, we like to go for a dinner that’s a little more casual. When that is the case, we love going to Tamara’s in Fairhope. They have a very extensive menu, from seafood, steaks, pasta and sandwiches. I recently had the grouper that was served with risotto and Brussels. They also have a wonderful wedge salad that pairs really well on the side. The atmosphere is relaxed and the food is always prepared perfectly.” – Paul Watkins, MD, Family Medicine Physician, Thomas Hospital
Tamara’s • 104 North Section St., Fairhope. 929-2219
